[Football] UEFA Champions League Betting & Discussion Thread

[Harkorede]

The penalty disallowed from Julian Alvarez is a huge controversial one, even after the replays I still couldn't see the infringement from him, perhaps there will some angles of videos that would show exactly what the VAR ruling was all about because neither the referee nor opposing the keeper saw it, and they were in really close proximity to the play.

There was no rigging. Microchips are installed on the ball.
The tech inside the ball is the one that made VAR go back and view it because it alerted to having been touched by two people, and that's why they had to review it. The semi-automatic offside also works with the sensors inside the ball. UEFA tech is top.

BTW. Since 2014, Real Madrid has eliminated Atletico Madrid in the Champions League in two finals (2014, 2016) and one round of 16 this season (2024-25)

I said controversial, I didn’t say it was rigged. I understand that rules are rules, and sometimes like in the case of this one, it was an extremely unfair situation. Perhaps, If the VAR hadn’t solely made the decision without consulting the referee it would have been a different outcome, I believe the very least that could have been done was to allow the referee use his personal discretion to interpret the play.

I guess this further just highlight the number of rules that the UEFA and other Footballing bodies new to revisit for adjustment.

[Rruchi man]

BTW. Since 2014, Real Madrid has eliminated Atletico Madrid in the Champions League in two finals (2014, 2016) and one round of 16 this season (2024-25)

Many people like to refer to Atletico Madrid as the Arsenal of Spain because of how close they come many times. They were very close to sending Real Madrid home as PSG did to Liverpool, they played a very good game, but still failed at the end.

I hope Arteta took lessons from the game on how to handle Real Madrid. We have to take the game to them and not sit back and wait for them to attack us. Our defense is not impenetrable.

[sampoerna]

BTW. Since 2014, Real Madrid has eliminated Atletico Madrid in the Champions League in two finals (2014, 2016) and one round of 16 this season (2024-25)

Many people like to refer to Atletico Madrid as the Arsenal of Spain because of how close they come many times. They were very close to sending Real Madrid home as PSG did to Liverpool, they played a very good game, but still failed at the end.

I hope Arteta took lessons from the game on how to handle Real Madrid. We have to take the game to them and not sit back and wait for them to attack us. Our defense is not impenetrable.

Yes, they failed in penalty shootouts. One of the factors was the disallowed penalty goal from Alvarez, which until now there is still a lot of debate especially on social media between fans and so on. This is indeed quite surprising because the goal was disallowed, but after listening to the referee's advice after looking at VAr and other auxiliary sensors, I still believe that it was a double touch. and congratulations to Real Madrid, and keep the spirit for Atletico Madrid. they played very great.

[pawel7777]

Updated odds for the outright winner of the UCL (by DuelBits):



What are your picks?

I'm not surprised to see Barcelona as the favourite, they've been doing really well so far and got matched up against Dortmund, which is considered the weakest team in the bunch.
But if I had to bet, I'd probably go with Inter, simply because of the attractive odds. In terms of skills, they might be slightly behind the higher-rated clubs like Barcelona or Real, but they are currently leading Serie A and made it to the quarter-finals so they must be doing something right.
A small-size bet on Borussia is also tempting. They made it to the final last season, so maybe they could do it again, but I can't quite imagine them eliminating Barcelona.

[babo]

Updated odds for the outright winner of the UCL (by DuelBits):



What are your picks?

I'm not surprised to see Barcelona as the favourite, they've been doing really well so far and got matched up against Dortmund, which is considered the weakest team in the bunch.
But if I had to bet, I'd probably go with Inter, simply because of the attractive odds. In terms of skills, they might be slightly behind the higher-rated clubs like Barcelona or Real, but they are currently leading Serie A and made it to the quarter-finals so they must be doing something right.
A small-size bet on Borussia is also tempting. They made it to the final last season, so maybe they could do it again, but I can't quite imagine them eliminating Barcelona.

wow Inter is given at 11, very high as a score
I'm surprised that Barcelona has a lower score than Real Madrid, thinking about it i don't agree, i don't see such a huge difference between them
In fact, Real Madrid seems to me to be a better team than Barcelona

[alltalk]

Yes, they failed in penalty shootouts. One of the factors was the disallowed penalty goal from Alvarez, which until now there is still a lot of debate especially on social media between fans and so on. This is indeed quite surprising because the goal was disallowed, but after listening to the referee's advice after looking at VAr and other auxiliary sensors, I still believe that it was a double touch. and congratulations to Real Madrid, and keep the spirit for Atletico Madrid. they played very great.

Real Madrid always has better mentality to deal with the situation like a penalty shoutout. It is not the first time happening, so I'm not so surprised with this result. Regarding the double touch of Alvarez penalty, it has been evaluated with VAR technology. So, it should be accurate, why we must debate it? I saw many people in social media who disagree with the referee's decision. I think they don't understand football. 

[Zed0X]

Poor Dortmund basically written off by the bookies with that @40 odds Well, it's tough to argue with the number because they will be facing a Barcelona that's in good form.

The most interesting match up for me is Bayern vs. Inter. Whoever wins this battle increases their chances of winning it all.

As to who will win, I like the chance of PSG. I thought they will be out early but they're doing well.

[koang]

There was no rigging. Microchips are installed on the ball.
The tech inside the ball is the one that made VAR go back and view it because it alerted to having been touched by two people, and that's why they had to review it. The semi-automatic offside also works with the sensors inside the ball. UEFA tech is top.

BTW. Since 2014, Real Madrid has eliminated Atletico Madrid in the Champions League in two finals (2014, 2016) and one round of 16 this season (2024-25)

But this VAR decision caused a lot of anger for Atletico Madrid fans because they said it was unfair because it was not intentional. On the other hand, we understand that VAR technology is now detailed.
But he said he read in the X news this rule will be discussed again by them because it creates new conflicts.

I'm not surprised by the actions of the fans even their manager protested strongly against this decision, but rules are rules and decisions have been made. Everyone has to abide by them.
Atlético fans racist chants against Vini. A few Atlético fans spat on Courtois as he entered the tunnel, and Lighters were thrown at Courtois. Objects and water bottles were thrown at Real Madrid players.
There are consequences for the club: the Atletico Madrid Ultras have been banned from the home stadium for three matches. The club must also pay a fine of 45,000 euros. lol

[Agbe]

Poor Dortmund basically written off by the bookies with that @40 odds Well, it's tough to argue with the number because they will be facing a Barcelona that's in good form.

The most interesting match up for me is Bayern vs. Inter. Whoever wins this battle increases their chances of winning it all.

As to who will win, I like the chance of PSG. I thought they will be out early but they're doing well.

Interesting matches coming up in the next phase of the champions League but the match between Barcelona and Dortmund is one match that should not be seen as an easy one for Barcelona because Dortmund has shown that they can play against any team because Dortmund making it to this round of the champions League is a miracle because they where really struggling badly this season and the change of manager in the team has really helped them, so Barcelona should approach this game with all seriousness knowing that Dortmund could be dangerous when playing against

[Rruchi man]

I saw many people in social media who disagree with the referee's decision. I think they don't understand football. 

Added to the Var, these balls of these days have sensors most times, so decisions are even more accurate. Real Madrid are most lucky; let that luck not shine against Arsenal.

I would have loved it more had the Champions League schedule started at the Madrid stadium first before the second leg at the Emirates. The first leg holds at the Emirates, and Arsenal needs to make sure to score enough goals and have the lead before going to the second leg.

[ajiz138]

I saw many people in social media who disagree with the referee's decision. I think they don't understand football. 

Added to the Var, these balls of these days have sensors most times, so decisions are even more accurate. Real Madrid are most lucky; let that luck not shine against Arsenal.

I would have loved it more had the Champions League schedule started at the Madrid stadium first before the second leg at the Emirates. The first leg holds at the Emirates, and Arsenal needs to make sure to score enough goals and have the lead before going to the second leg.

The technology that exists in football today helps the referee's performance so that they can make the right decision and not harm the other team. But will it be 100% error-free? Of course not.

I don't want to comment much, because in the past there were actually many worse incidents and that's what makes football so exciting, even though it ultimately causes controversy.

[Agbe]

Updated odds for the outright winner of the UCL (by DuelBits):



What are your picks?

I'm not surprised to see Barcelona as the favourite, they've been doing really well so far and got matched up against Dortmund, which is considered the weakest team in the bunch.
But if I had to bet, I'd probably go with Inter, simply because of the attractive odds. In terms of skills, they might be slightly behind the higher-rated clubs like Barcelona or Real, but they are currently leading Serie A and made it to the quarter-finals so they must be doing something right.
A small-size bet on Borussia is also tempting. They made it to the final last season, so maybe they could do it again, but I can't quite imagine them eliminating Barcelona.

It's going to be tough selecting among the remaining teams in the champions League because there is still three rounds of matches Left to play but I have problem with the odds that are given by the bookmakers because there is no way they are given arsenal 8 odds while inter Milan is been given 11 odds , I don't think that this odds are a true reflection of the teams individual strengths

[armanda90]

Interesting matches coming up in the next phase of the champions League but the match between Barcelona and Dortmund is one match that should not be seen as an easy one for Barcelona because Dortmund has shown that they can play against any team because Dortmund making it to this round of the champions League is a miracle because they where really struggling badly this season and the change of manager in the team has really helped them, so Barcelona should approach this game with all seriousness knowing that Dortmund could be dangerous when playing against

In domestic league, Dortmund have bad performed and not sure yet will defeating Barcelona at UEFA Champion League quarter final round? Last match, Dortmund defeated by RB Leipzig and looks their performance huge difference when playing at domestic league or UEFA Champion League. In my prediction, Barcelona not get difficulty for defeating Dortmund but have difficult opponent teams to face at semifinal round between Inter Milan or Bayern Munich.
In other batch, I believe Madrid with winning mentality will beat Arsenal and waiting the winner between PSG vs Aston Villa likely PSG will qualify to quarter final.

[JoyMarsha]

Updated odds for the outright winner of the UCL (by DuelBits):



What are your picks?

I'm not surprised to see Barcelona as the favourite, they've been doing really well so far and got matched up against Dortmund, which is considered the weakest team in the bunch.
But if I had to bet, I'd probably go with Inter, simply because of the attractive odds. In terms of skills, they might be slightly behind the higher-rated clubs like Barcelona or Real, but they are currently leading Serie A and made it to the quarter-finals so they must be doing something right.
A small-size bet on Borussia is also tempting. They made it to the final last season, so maybe they could do it again, but I can't quite imagine them eliminating Barcelona.

wow Inter is given at 11, very high as a score
I'm surprised that Barcelona has a lower score than Real Madrid, thinking about it i don't agree, i don't see such a huge difference between them
In fact, Real Madrid seems to me to be a better team than Barcelona

I doubt if Real Madrid is the better team than Barcelona in lifting the Champions League trophy. Based on both team's comparison in matches won recently, Barcelona is the better team than Real Madrid in that angle. Maybe it will be when Barcelona's performance decreases that I can say Real Madrid can win the Champions League trophy. If nothing of that happens, Barcelona keeps being the formidable team, winning their matches; Real Madrid can beat Barcelona to lift the Champions League trophy.

On that note, I think why Barcelona seems to be the favorite in the odds rating of the Champions League trophy because of how Barcelona has been on the better side of performing well in their matches than Real Madrid.

[Uruhara]

Updated odds for the outright winner of the UCL (by DuelBits):



What are your picks?

I'm not surprised to see Barcelona as the favourite, they've been doing really well so far and got matched up against Dortmund, which is considered the weakest team in the bunch.
But if I had to bet, I'd probably go with Inter, simply because of the attractive odds. In terms of skills, they might be slightly behind the higher-rated clubs like Barcelona or Real, but they are currently leading Serie A and made it to the quarter-finals so they must be doing something right.
A small-size bet on Borussia is also tempting. They made it to the final last season, so maybe they could do it again, but I can't quite imagine them eliminating Barcelona.

I am also interested in choosing Inter Milan. I think this team, even though the squad is quite simple, I like how the coach on this team has managed to maximize every potential player the team has. And several seasons ago Inter Milan also managed to reach the final. And I think Inter Milan could do it again. Because in terms of quality, Inter Milan is actually no less good than other strong teams. And what is clear is that betting on Inter Milan will also be very profitable if successful.